Duras
2 synonyms and 0 antonyms for Duras, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A traditional French red wine grape grown mainly near the river Tarn, used to add colour and tannin to blends.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
dura
dura mater
Etymology
Origin uncertain; not connected to the town of Duras near Bordeaux despite the shared name.
Full origin of Duras →Frequently asked questions
What does “Duras” mean?
The word “Duras” means a traditional French red wine grape grown mainly near the river Tarn, used to add colour and tannin to blends. In plain terms, a minor French wine grape variety.
How do you use “Duras” in a sentence?
Here is “Duras” used in a sentence: “The blend included a small percentage of Duras for extra tannin.”
What part of speech is “Duras”?
“Duras” is a noun.